From swallowtails to painted ladies, meet some interesting caterpillars you might find in your yard — and find out about the ...

Butterflies are a common, and usually, welcome sight in any garden. Whether you're curious about the type of butterfly frequenting yours, or you want to know more about how to attract butterflies to ...

Glasswing butterflies may all look alike, but behind their transparent wings hides an evolutionary story full of intrigue. Researchers discovered that while these butterflies appear nearly identical ...

Spring is a beautiful season for many reasons, but perhaps the most magical part of this time is the abundance of butterfly ...

Thereus lomalarga© "Thereus lomalarga" by Kai Squires is licensed under BY 4.0. In December of 2025, a Natural History Museum discovery write-up reported that researchers finally untangled a ...

A type of butterfly species was recently recorded for the first time in Ohio.The Ohio Division of Wildlife says the cassius blue (Leptotes cassius) was recorded in Ohio in October.Wildlife officials ...

The monarch butterfly fluttered a step closer to extinction Thursday, as scientists put the iconic orange-and-black insect on the endangered list because of its fast dwindling numbers. "It’s just a ...

It takes more than flower nectar to attract butterflies to your garden. Learn the truth about common butterfly host plant ...

People love butterflies. Welcomed by gardeners and just about anyone who spends time outdoors, butterflies are the endearing visitors that flutter along our landscapes from spring thaw to fall frost ...